2019 Drive-In Movies at the Fairgrounds!

Your questions....answered!

When

The movie times are determined by the seasons and start around civil twilight. Please refer to the event page for each movie here on our site, and like our Facebook to stay current on Movie Times, potential schedule changes, as well as when the Parking lot opens for that specific evening!

Parking is generally one hour prior to the announced showtime. Cars will be parked by staff members according to height to accommodate the best view for each guest. If you have a taller vehicle or a large storage container on top of your car, you will be directed to park in the second row and back. Thank you for planning your visit accordingly

All vehicles are parked by Fairground's staff members. If you are in a smaller vehicle and do not have a storage container (or larger item) on top of your vehicle, you can be in the first row! Fairground's staff try to fit cars to accommodate the best view of the screen. For parking times, please check each movie's event page, or like us on Facebook for updates.

How

The sound for our movies stream through your FM car radio. We use 87.7FM or 87.9FM and it will be announced prior to the start of the movie, if your radio does not scan to the station, please manually adjust your dial. We currently do not offer radio rentals, but please feel free to bring a portable radio. We have two speakers located close to the screen for people who are sitting outside of their car.

We ask that you turn off your engine and just use your auxiliary power by turning your key half-way. This uses battery power only, but typically never drains the battery (we have jumpers just in case!). *Insider tip*Bring a dark towel or placemat to cover your dash lights!

Please turn off all headlights INCLUDING parking lights except when entering or leaving the drive-in. You will be asked to turn them off by one of our friendly parking attendants if they are on into the start of the movie.

What

Yes. But for the courtesy of other movie-goers, please arrange hatch to be no taller than the roof of your vehicle. We suggest bungee cords or tie down straps to achieve this. The Fair does not provide bungees.

No. You can come in a sports car or a monster truck. Do note that if you are a larger vehicle, our parking attendants will ask you to park in the back rows so as to not obstruct other car’s views. This will be regardless of when you show up for first come parking.

No. You may bring a “camp chair” or cushion to sit outside. Please do not sit in between rows as cars that may choose to leave early might not see you! *Insider tip*: Bring a blanket and an extra layer—beautiful evenings in the San Juan Islands often turn into cool nights rather quickly!

Unfortunately, no. In order to be fair to everyone, we open our gates for parking about an hour ahead of start time (specific time will be listed on website and Facebook page)to accommodate people on a first-come, first-serve basis. Movie-goers will be directed by our parking attendants based on your vehicle height but you can certainly request a spot if available!

Yes, you can, however alcohol is NOT permitted. Concessions are available (popcorn, candy, soda, etc) during parking load-in and the first half of the movie. We work with multiple non-profit and service groups for fundraising by selling concessions, they welcome your support! If you are interested in more information about partnering with us for a fundraiser, please email info@sjcfair.org .

The Skate Park closes at dusk, Fairgrounds staff will ask Skate Park visitors to vacate the premises at such time. The Fairgrounds is not open after hours and has the right to close the gates to pedestrian and vehicle traffic during special events.